CommUNITY School Coordinator

CommUNITY School Coordinator
Reports To: Chief Education Officer at NNH; School Principal
Location: Soddy Daisy, Hixson, or Red Bank (Elementary or Middle School)
Classification: Full-Time, Salary, Exempt

Join Us in Building Thriving Schools and Communities
At Northside Neighborhood House (NNH), relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Since 1924, we’ve worked alongside individuals and families north of the Tennessee River, providing resources and opportunities that create lasting stability and stronger communities. We lead with passion, respect, accountability, collaboration, and relationships—and we’re looking for a CommUNITY School Coordinator who shares those values.
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to create an environment where students feel safe, connected, and supported inside and outside the classroom.

About the CommUNITY School Model
Through our CommUNITY School initiative, we partner with schools to provide a holistic support system that addresses both academic and non-academic student needs. By focusing on the 6 Pillars of the National Community Schools Model, we foster thriving schools that empower students and families:
Integrated Student Supports
Expanded and Enriched Learning Time and Opportunities
Active Family and Community Engagement
Collaborative Leadership and Practices
Rigorous, Community-Connected Classroom Instruction
A Personalized Culture of Belonging, Safety, and Care

The Opportunity
As the CommUNITY School Coordinator at Soddy Daisy, Hixson, or Red Bank Elementary or Middle School, you will lead the implementation of this model, coordinating programs and services that support students’ social, emotional, and academic needs while strengthening family and community partnerships.
Your role will be both strategic and hands-on:
Work closely with the school principal, teachers, students, and families to foster a supportive learning environment.
Identify resource gaps and collaborate with community partners to provide essential support.
Design and implement family engagement events and student support programs tailored to your school’s unique needs.
If in a middle school, develop, supervise, and oversee after-school programs that enrich student learning and promote positive youth development.
If you’re passionate about education, community, and youth empowerment, this is your chance to make a direct and lasting impact.

What You’ll Do
Coordinate services and resources for students and families, ensuring access to social, emotional, and academic support.
Develop and sustain strong relationships with school staff, families, and community partners.
Lead collaborative efforts between the school and external organizations to create a supportive learning environment.
Organize family engagement activities that strengthen the school-to-home connection.
Track and evaluate program outcomes to ensure services are effective and impactful.
If in a middle school, develop, supervise, and oversee after-school programs that promote academic enrichment and positive youth development.

Who You Are
A relationship-builder who understands the power of collaboration and community partnerships.
A problem-solver who takes initiative and finds creative solutions to challenges.
A strong communicator, equally comfortable engaging with students, families, teachers, and community partners.
Someone who thrives in a dynamic school environment, able to balance multiple priorities and adapt as needs change.
Committed to equity and inclusion, ensuring every student feels seen, heard, and valued.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in social work, education, or a related field (preferred).
Two or more years of experience in a school or nonprofit setting.
Supervisory experience is a plus.
Familiarity with the Community Schools Model (ideal but not required).
Comfortable using Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
Must be dependable, organized, and passionate about serving students and families.

Schedule and Environment
Middle School Schedule:
Monday – Thursday, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Friday, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Occasional evenings and weekends to support events and programming

Elementary School Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Occasional evenings and weekends to support events and programming

Work Location: Based at Soddy Daisy, Hixson, or Red Bank Elementary or Middle School, with occasional off-site meetings.

Physical Requirements
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift (up to 20 lbs.).
Manual dexterity for operating computers and office equipment.
Must be able to navigate a busy school environment.

Why Work with NNH?
Because you believe in the power of community. You want to make a real difference in the lives of students and families. And because at NNH, we are more than coworkers—we are collaborators, innovators, and champions for change. We lead with passion, work with purpose, and build relationships that strengthen our community for generations to come.
Benefits
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance